Description
EASY SOUTHERN PECAN PIE is a delightful dessert that brings Southern charm to your table. With a buttery crust and a luscious filling of sweet, gooey pecan goodness, this pie is perfect for any occasion. Whether it's a festive holiday gathering or a cozy weeknight treat, the enticing aroma and rich flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve it warm or chilled, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup toasted pecans, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and trim excess dough.
- Toast the pecans on a baking sheet for about 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the toasted pecans.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 83g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider substituting half of the pecans with walnuts or adding chocolate chips. - Be sure to let the pie cool entirely before cutting to achieve clean slices. - Leftover pie can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.